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Avoid putting harmful and toxic chemicals into your home when cleaning this Spring. Try some of these green cleaning recipes:
INGREDIENTS you will need:
- Distilled white vinegar Baking soda
- Olive oil
- Borax (sold in a box in the laundry aisle)
- Liquid Castile soap (found in most natural foods stores)
- Essential oils (for fragrance)
- Microfiber cleaning cloths
- Newspaper
RECIPES
1. Tile / Countertops:
Mix 2 parts of vinegar and 1 part of baking soda in 4 parts water to a spray bottle. Apply with a sponge, scour and wipe away
2. Mold/Mildew: wipe with straight vinegar
3. Air Freshener: sprinkle essential oil on a cotton ball and stash it in the corner of a room. Try lavender in the bedroom, citrus in the rest of the house, and peppermint in the car
4. Glass: mix 1/4 cup vinegar with 1 quart of water in spray bottle. Use a newspaper or microfiber cloth to wipe clean
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We love our clients!
"I had my kitchen remodeled several years ago by Irons Brothers Construction and had the most positive experience. The attention to detail, the formal documentation, the cleanliness, the workmanship, and the communication went way beyond my expectations.
I was so comfortable with Joseph and his staff, I went on vacation for two weeks at the beginning of the remodel. I came back and found everything going well, with the only hang up being my fault because I tried to skimp and and take care of the cabinet order by myself.
Take my advice and have Joseph take care of everything, it will save time and headaches. I'm planning on using Irons Brothers Construction for remodeling a bathroom and replacing floors when the finances warrant. I refer them to anyone I know that is going to do any work on their home!"
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Mark Your Calendars
Our company will be volunteering again this year at this event. Joseph, Tod, and Rhett are looking forward to it!
- Saturday, April 21st, 9am-3pm, Earth Day Every Day Event at Central Market in Shoreline. For more info visit cityofshoreline.com
- Saturday, May 6th, North Helpline Empty Bowls Fundraiser. For more info visit northhelpline.org or check out their facebook page
Our company employees, family, and friends will be volunteering again this year to build a ramp for a less fortunate resident in our community. We appreciate your support!
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After a long Winter, the sunshine has started peaking through the clouds just in time for Easter.
There are so many fun things to do this Spring with your home and your family. Here are some events to keep in mind when planning your next few weekends.
Spring Events
- All Fool's Parade, Sat 3/31-11am Downtown Woodinville, NE 175th St. more info
- McCaw Hall's Annual Free Kids Concert, Sat 3/31- 1-3pm, Seattle Center more info and tickets
- Northwest Railway Museum, 4/1-10/28, Snoqualmie more info
Easter Egg Hunts
- Bunny Bounce, Sat 4/7-930am-2pm, Woodland Park Zoo more info
- Shoreline Fire Department Easter Egg Hunt, Richmond Beach Saltwater Park, 4/7 - 1pm more info
- West Seattle Egg Hunt, 4/7-1130am-3pm, West Seattle Community Center, more info
- Bothell Country Village Eggstravaganza, 4/7-1130am-3pm, more info
Happy Easter from all of us at
Irons Brothers Construction! |
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Spring Home Maintenance Tips
It's the perfect time to start your Spring Cleaning. We know that doesn't sound like much fun, but its important to keep your home maintained year round so its in tip top shape for the warmer weather season. Here are some basic tips for the inside and outside of a general home to get you started.
Inside the House
1. Clean your bath fans and tile, check for mold/mildew
2. Clean your refrigerator and freezer
3. Clean your range hood filters
4. Check your chimney, fire box, and flashing
5. Schedule a service call for your A/C unit
6. Flush water heater/tankless units if applicable
7. Check your attic for signs of roof leaks, pests
8. Check your basement for leaks, cracks, mold, mildew, rot
9. Check your crawl space for pests/wildlife, is the vapor barrier and insulation in tact?
Outside the House
1. Inspect, clean, and repair outdoor furniture
2. Plan and start spring pruning and landscaping
3. Plan and start your fruit and vegetable gardening
4. Inspect your roof for damage from the winter weather
5. Check your paint and caulking for needed repairs
6. Clean and seal decks and patios as needed
7. Service and start sprinkler system
For a copy of our Annual Home Maintenance Guide for all seasons and monthly check-ups, contact us and we will be happy to email you a copy |
CFL's Myths and Mysteries
Myth: CFL's have dangerous levels of mercury
Reality: We should be concerned about CFLs and their impact on our environment. They do contain elemental (metallic) mercury, but it is a very small amount -- about 5 milligrams -- and is sealed within the glass tube. This mercury is not released unless the bulbs are broken. (If a CFL breaks, your greatest risk is getting cut from glass shards and not from the very small amount of mercury).
Many broken bulbs in landfills can result in elemental mercury leaching into ground water where it is converted into methymercury and may eventually make its way into fish and shellfish. Eating fish and shellfish high in methylmercury can cause serious health effects especially in fetuses, infants and children.
So you may be asking, where do I dispose of them?
Visit takeitbacknetwork.com for a list of places that will recycle your CFLs. You can also take them at no cost to any Bartell Drugs or Home Depot stores in the Puget Sound area, Seattle City Light's North or South Service Centers, King County's Household Hazardous Waste sites, or IKEA.
For more information about the different forms of mercury and their health effects, visit the EPA's website
For more info on CFL's and other myths, visit the Seattle City Light's website |
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It has been a very busy winter for me and my family after having shoulder surgery in February. I am recovering well and looking forward to being able to drive again soon. So is Melissa!
Our success in 2012 would not have been possible without our clients, colleagues, employees, friends and family members project referrals. Thank you for your continued support of our company.
Have a wonderful Easter! Happy egg hunting.
President
2009, 2011 MBA & 2010 BIAW Remodeler of the Year
Remember one of the benefits of hiring our company is that I am personally involved in your project. Contact us to schedule an appointment and ensure your spot on our upcoming project calendar. |
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